Nike+ app up and running with Samsung Gear S GPS features

It's not just Nokia getting in on the Samsung Gear S action (HERE maps come pre-loaded on the new smartwatch) as the Korean tech giant has cosied up with Nike to offer the popular Nike+ Running app straight out of the box.

The GPS skills of the Gear S mean that you won't need to team up your smartphone to get in on the Nike+ Running fun as your new smartwatch can do all the tracking on-the-go. There's also a built-in music player within the app and your heart-rate can of course be monitored by the Gear S's optical sensor as well.

“We are very excited to welcome the Nike+ Running App to Samsung’s Gear portfolio,” said Samsung's Chan Woo Park.

“With its ergonomically fit design, empowered by multi-sensors, GPS and IP67, the Samsung Gear S is a perfect health and fitness companion. With the Nike+ Running App, it will be even more attractive and fun for people to enjoy running, while tracking runs, reaching goals and sharing with friends, all on their wrist.”

The GPS features of the Gear S certainly set it apart from other smartwatches and we can't wait to get our hands on a review model to see if it's as accurate as a dedicated running watch such as the Garmin Forerunner 15.